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Description: | An Anglo-Saxon style strap end (Thomas classification Class A, Type 2). The strap end has been made from one tapering plate of copper alloy. Only half of the strap end survives, as the attachment end has broken off.
The other terminal of the strap end has a much stylised zoomorphic head, very little detail can be see. On the front surface of the main body of the strap end there is an applied substance (possible enamel), which appears to be decorated with either Style 1 or 2 motifs. Much of the surface has been lost as it is very worn.
No other details can be seen on the other side of the strap end as the fitting is very worn. The metal is a mid reddish-brown colour. The piece dates from the late 8th century ?? 11th century. Parallels can be seen in: Gabor Thomas. Late Anglo-Saxon and Viking-age strap-ends 750-1100. Parts 1 and 2. Finds Research Group 700-1700 [pages: 3 ref: 1.6] | Subjects: | Type 2 Anglo-Saxon Thomas classification Class A | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Andrews-Wilson, Liz - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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